Draconian Digital Search Laws Threaten Bitcoiners Passing Through Customs

in horseshit •  6 years ago 


Draconian legislation in a series of supposedly liberal democracies is encroaching on the rights of travelers. New Zealand is the latest nation to pass laws granting customs agents unprecedented investigatory powers including the right to force travelers to disclose their passwords or face a $5,000 fine. The news has understandably been greeted with alarm by bitcoiners who have particular reason to prize their privacy.

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Damn. I used to want to go to New Zealand, too!






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